March is here and St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner. What began as a religious feast is now a global celebration of Irish culture, parades, dancing and music. Our 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Guide includes all of the best events, activities and celebrations happening around Montco. So let’s Go Green and have a Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Gold Coins, Licorice Pipes, Chocolate Shamrocks – Sweet Ashley’s (Royersford)
Pot of Gold Cookies, Rainbow Cupcakes, St Pats Day Frogs + More – Lochels Bakery (Hatboro)
Lucky Mead Ice Cream – Merrymead Farm (Landsdale)
Shamrock Candies, Gold Coins and Irish Potatoes – Stutz Candy (Hatboro)
Shamrock Mocha Latte, Irish Potato Latte and Dublin Ditty Latte – Yum Yum Bake Shops (Colmar)
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Parades
Glenside’s First Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival
March 8, 1-6 pm
299 N Keswick Ave, Glenside, PA
Come to the first annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival. The parade begins at 1 and the festival begins at 2 pm. The parade features marching bands, dance troupes, local organizations and colorful floats. The festival, after the parade will include delicious food, refreshing beverages, live music, kids’ activities, local vendors and so much more.
Parties & Celebrations
St. Patrick’s Weekend | Elmwood Park Zoo
March 15-16, 10 am – 4 pm
1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown, PA
Join Elmwood Park Zoo for a shamrockin’ good time as you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with festive fun for the whole family! Wear your green and St. Paddy’s attire to score $1 off carousel rides. Sip on specialty drinks at the Zoo Brew Beer Garden, enjoy live music by Danielle & Jennifer, and test your luck on a gold-hunting scavenger hunt.
St. Patrick’s Passing! Murder Mystery Dinner | William Penn Inn
March 15, 6-10 pm
1017 Dekalb Pike Gwynedd, PA
As the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade inches closer, every community, business, and campus Group scrambles to enter a second-prize-worthy float. The competition is fierce, and it has been rumored that contestants have been driven to deception, manipulation, and violence – even the edge of murder – to win the second-place trophy, two pitchers of green beer, and $20 gift certificate to O’Shannessy’s Pub. When Sean, a local handyman, goes mysteriously missing, it’ll be up to you to discover what happened to him. Join Without A Cue Productions as they present “A Saint Patrick’s Passing!”
St. Pat’s Fondue Masterclass
March 10, 10 am – 12 pm
244 Mall Boulevard King of Prussia, PA
Embrace the St Patrick’s Day spirit by creating your own custom fondue! The Melting Pot team will bring all the fresh, seasonal ingredients directly to your table and guide you through every step. Each part of the experience is designed for you to personalize your fondue, making it a hands-on, interactive culinary adventure. So dive in, unleash your creativity, and savor the festive flavors of Ireland right at your table!
St. Patrick’s Day Open Play | Brilliant Baby and Beyond
March 17, 9 am – 12 pm
1210 Bethlehem Pike, Unit A3, North Wales, PA
Come and play at Brilliant Baby and Beyond on St. Patrick’s Day. Register online!
St. Patrick’s Day at MaGerk’s
March 17, 11:30 am
307 Horsham Rd, Horsham, PA
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Magerk’s. There will be live music, Irish dancers, food specials, face painting, family fun and more.
Irish Pubs & Bar Crawls
KC’s Alley
2024 Happening List Winner: Irish Pub
10 W. Butler Pike, Ambler, PA | (215) 628-3300
Established in 1999, KC’s Alley became the first Ambler tavern. They have created a relaxed atmosphere, and the exposed brick walls make you feel at home at 10 West Butler Ave. A chill and welcoming environment with music flowing throughout the restaurant in an alluring way that just keeps the people of Ambler and beyond coming back for more good times.
Doc’s Irish Pub
2024 Happening List Finalist: Irish Pub
1080 E. Philadelphia Ave, Gilbertsville, PA | (484) 415-9204
Doc’s Irish Pub is Gilbertsville’s hottest hang! It’s where friends gather and friends are made! Sports are broadcast on the 20+ TVs. Thirst is quenched by a full bar with an extensive beer menu including 21 on tap plus 35 bottled choices. A live DJ fills the room with the hottest ‘now’ beats every Saturday night.
P.J. Whelihan’s
2024 Happening List Finalist: Irish Pub
799 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA | (610) 272-8919
With favorites like award-winning wings and a variety of flavors to explore, including seasonal specials, cocktails, and craft beers, there’s something for every taste. Catch every game on their 40 HD TVs and choose from 45 taps of your favorite brews.
Irish Whiskey Dinner | Iron Abbey
March 13, 6:30-9:30 pm
680 Easton Rd, Horsham, PA
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with an unforgettable Irish Whiskey Dinner, featuring Teeling Whiskey. Enjoy four chef-curated courses, each expertly paired with premium Teeling Cocktails. Plus, enjoy a live performance by Irish dancers, bringing the spirit of Ireland to life. Celebrate all weekend long, from March 14-17, with an Irish-inpsired menu, Irish beers, cocktails, and more. Iron Abbey will be featuring two Bushmills Irish Whiskey Cocktails all month long: Nabrasa Horsham and Nabrasa PHL. On March 28 at 6 pm, enjoy a complimentary tasting, where you will learn more about the Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish gin, sample the cocktails, and enjoy an evening of great flavors. Get tickets here.
First Annual St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
March 15, 12 pm – 8 pm
Souderton, PA
Get ready for Souderton’s first-ever St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl on Saturday, March 15th, from 12 PM – 8 PM! No set start or end location—just a day filled with great drinks, food, and fun across town! Participating locations include Brass Collar Brewing, Northbound Restaurant, Cinema Brewing, Broad Theatre, Broad Street Italian Kitchen and Branch Creek Taphouse. Pick up Bar Crawl Passport at any participating location.
First Annual Halligan Bar Hooley
March 15, 6 pm
141 S Main St, North Wales, PA
The Halligan Bar at North Penn Social Club is hosting their First Annual Halligan Bar Hooley. There will be music by DJ JC, delicious food available for purchase, drink specials all night, cocktail and beer specials, and maybe even green beer. Membership renewals for just $10.
5Ks and Races
12th Annual St. Paddy’s Day 5K Classic
March 15, 12:30 pm
Conshohocken, PA
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 12th annual Conshohocken St. Paddy’s Day 5K Classic, taking place on Saturday, March 15, 2025! This vibrant event kicks off at 12:30 PM, setting the stage for an exciting day filled with community spirit and festive fun before the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Conshohocken, Montgomery County. The scenic 5K course, which starts and finishes at the Conshohocken Fire Co. #2, features a double loop along Fayette Street, making it a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels to enjoy the sights and sounds of this spirited celebration.
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